Research Fellow

18 hours ago

Canberra, Australia Australian National University Full time

**Classification**: ANU Academic Level B
**Salary package**:$118,632 to $ 134,507 per annum plus 17% superannuation
**Term**: Fixed-term Fixed Term appointment (up to 31/12/28)

**Working at ANU**

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

- Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
- Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
- Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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**The Position**

The Research School of Biology is a leading centre of biological research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s most pressing issues in plant science and food security, through world-leading efforts in plant molecular biology, plant synthetic biology, and crop genetic transformation.

The ANU Plant SynBio Facility is located within the Research School of Biology. Funded by Bioplatforms Australia (BPA), Plant SynBio Australia (PSA) is a new national network comprised of Bioplatforms Australia, the Australian National University, University of Adelaide and La Trobe University. The ANU Plant SynBio Facility will be led by the ANU Plant SynBio Facility Director.

The ANU Plant SynBio Resarch Fellow will have a leadership role in the ANU Plant SynBio Facility with a focus on designing and delivering world class synthetic biology and crop genetic transformation services to support research in plant biology across academic, public sector and industry research.

The ANU Plant SynBio Facility Research Fellow will work closely with the Facility’s Head, Business and Operations Manager and lead Facility team members. They will also interact with industry and external users of the ANU Facility, providing high level advice to prospective clients, overseeing interactions between clients and team members, contributing to the training of students and staff in plant synthetic biology, and building partnerships with other PSBA Network members and external stakeholders from industry and government.

**The Person**

We are looking for a PhD qualified researcher with experience in Plant Synthetic Biology. We are looking for someone who likes challenging problems and encourages team members and colleagues to workshop effective solutions. We seek an individual who can maintain an equilibrium between academic research and academic pipeline execution.

**To Apply**

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

- A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
- No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.
- Prepare a five-minute virtual presentation (submitted as a video) addressing their fit with the role and motivation for applying.

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